Fillo Pastry Cigars with Hazelnut Custard
These delightful Fillo Pastry Cigars with Hazelnut Custard are the perfect treat for family gatherings, offering a crispy exterior with a velvety hazelnut filling.
Ingredients
For the cigars
- 10 sheets sheets of fillo pastry
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup hazelnut meal Can substitute with almond or pistachio meal
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk Can use low-fat milk for a healthier option
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- to taste Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stove.
- In another bowl, whisk together the hazelnut meal, sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Assembly
- Take one sheet of fillo pastry and brush it with melted butter. Layer another sheet on top and brush it again.
- Spoon a line of the hazelnut custard mixture along one edge of the layered fillo sheets.
- Carefully fold the edges in and roll the fillo around the filling to form a cigar shape.
- Continue this for the remaining sheets and filling, placing each cigar seam-side down on the baking sheet.
Baking
- Brush the tops with more melted butter and bake for about 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Once baked, allow them to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar for presentation.
Notes
For a healthier twist, you can use low-fat milk and reduce sugar. These can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving. Consider serving with a chocolate or caramel dipping sauce for extra indulgence.